US Bridges

US 67-20- Lm 14.45 over Ditch

Fair

Clay County, Arkansas · 0.3 MI NE JCT SH 328 & 67 · Structure no. 0000000000M1255

Built
1928
97 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,600
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67-20- Lm 14.45 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 67-20- Lm 14.45 over Ditch in Clay County, Arkansas. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 years old, older than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 4,600 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,600 by 2038. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 67-20- Lm 14.45
CrossesDitch
Location0.3 MI NE JCT SH 328 & 67
RouteU.S. Route 67
CountyClay County
StateArkansas
Coordinates36.45903, -90.57909
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,600 (2018)
Projected traffic5,600 by 2038
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 67-20- Lm 14.45 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 67-20- Lm 14.45 over Ditch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does US 67-20- Lm 14.45 over Ditch carry?

About 4,600 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is US 67-20- Lm 14.45 over Ditch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns US 67-20- Lm 14.45 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.